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19 November 2024 | 5 replies
Automation tools like Hospitable handle pre-check-in instructions, Wi-Fi details, and even friendly post-checkout follow-ups, all while making guests feel like they’re receiving real-time communication.Effortless Five-Star Reviews: Automated review requests can be timed perfectly to boost ratings without the awkward "pretty please" messages.
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11 December 2024 | 101 replies
The machine guns must have been quite a show.Two dead after drug dealers open fire at five-star Hyatt hotel in Cancun: Panicked guests were instructed to hide, barricade their doors and given metal sticks to defend themselveshttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/ne...Men reportedly armed with machine guns opened fire at the Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun resort Thursday afternoonSeveral people said on Twitter that vacationers were told by staff to hideOne guest claims they manned the entrances to the basement and were given metal sticks and a pedestal bathroom sink to defend themselvesPolice said the shooting stemmed from conflict between members of hostile groups of drug dealers and that two people had diedThe shooting broke out around 3pm Thursday when men allegedly carrying machine guns fired shots on the beach area of the Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun resort in Mexico,
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19 November 2024 | 9 replies
If the subject floor is not perfectly flat, pour a self-leveler over the existing flooring (read the instructions on the bag FIRST).
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20 November 2024 | 2 replies
WoodbineWhy It's Hot: This hidden gem is just south of downtown, offering proximity to the city without the high price tag.
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22 November 2024 | 20 replies
That, combined with hidden repairs combined with self-managing a low income could all construe to thousands in losses.
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25 November 2024 | 19 replies
Make sure there are no automatic renewals or hidden fees that could catch you off guard.
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19 November 2024 | 14 replies
Monthly Expenses: I’m accounting for rent, utilities, and cleaning supplies, but are there other hidden costs I should consider?
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24 November 2024 | 11 replies
Almost bid on a place that, from what I heard, had a hidden easement issue.
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21 November 2024 | 12 replies
Yes, the reality is that this information should not be hidden.
15 November 2024 | 4 replies
Here’s the quick-and-dirty lowdown to get you started:1️⃣ Where to Look:LoopNet & Crexi: Good for commercial deals, though the best ones go fast.MLS (Multiple Listing Service): Access through a realtor for hidden gems.Auction Sites: Think Auction.com or HUD homes for distressed properties.Direct Mail Campaigns: Target landlords with older properties (especially those with code violations).2️⃣ Systems for Finding Deals (Step-by-Step):Set Your Criteria: Market, budget, unit count, rehab level.Build a Deal Funnel: Use LoopNet, Crexi, wholesalers, auctions, and brokers.Analyze Quickly: Use a property calculator to see if it cash flows.Direct Outreach: Contact sellers or property managers directly.Get Your Network Tight: Property managers, realtors, contractors—they’ll drop the best leads.3️⃣ What Makes a Good Deal:Cash Flow Positive from Day 1.Below Market Value (usually needs rehab).Upside Potential: Think rent increases, better management, or refinancing options.4️⃣ How to Become the Better/Best:Study the Market Like a Hawk.